Description

1-[(Chloromethoxy)Methoxy]-2-Methoxyethane is a specialized ether derivative with a chloromethyl protecting group. This compound is valued as a versatile chemical intermediate and protecting group reagent in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for the synthesis of complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where selective protection of hydroxyl groups is necessary.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the preparation of complex fragrance compounds, dyes, and specialty polymers.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent in process chemistry development and methodology research for novel synthetic routes.
• Protecting Group Chemistry: Functions as a protecting agent for alcohols and diols in complex, multi-functional molecule assembly.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-[(Chloromethoxy)Methoxy]-2-Methoxyethane
CAS No.	89268-03-1
Molecular Formula	C5H11ClO3
Molecular Weight	154.59 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxyethyl chloromethyl ether; 1-Chloromethoxy-2-methoxyethane; (2-Methoxyethoxy)methyl chloride; MEM-Chloride; Chloromethyl 2-methoxyethyl ether; 2-Methoxyethoxymethyl chloride; Chloromethyl methoxyethyl ether; MEM-Cl
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-[(Chloromethoxy)Methoxy]-2-Methoxyethane adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for sensitive synthetic applications. All materials are analyzed against established internal specifications using modern analytical techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, containers should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.